We are thrilled to announce our successful participation in Euronaval 2024, where Vera Navis showcased cutting-edge capabilities in ship design and naval engineering. We had the distinct honor of hosting prominent figures including Nuno Melo, Minister of Defence, and Admiral Gouveia e Melo, Chief of Staff of the Portuguese Navy. Their visit underscores the critical role of innovation and collaboration in advancing Portugal’s maritime future.

Vera Navis is privileged to contribute to the design of the Portuguese Navy’s future coastal patrol vessel. This project represents our commitment to excellence and strengthens our position as Portugal’s leading full-spectrum naval design firm. As the only company in Portugal equipped to deliver a complete naval project from concept through final design, Vera Navis is dedicated to supporting our national defense and marine industry with unparalleled expertise.

We thank AED Cluster Portugal, Euronaval and our esteemed visitors for this inspiring experience and look forward to shaping the future of naval engineering together.

Luís Batista, Co-CEO of Vera Navis Ship Design, will be attending the International WorkBoat Show in New Orleans from 12 to 14 November, 2024.
Vera Navis specializes in innovative naval architecture and marine engineering services, offering cutting-edge solutions for the maritime industry.
This event provides a great opportunity to explore the advanced services Vera Navis offers, from ship design to engineering consultancy.

Connect with Luís Batista to learn how Vera Navis can support your next marine project!

Register here: https://lnkd.in/dV4C4BF5

Vera Navis, the largest firm of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers in Portugal, and Sandock Austral Shipyards, the largest Shipyard in Southern Africa, are pleased to announce a groundbreaking Technology Partnership Agreement.

This strategic partnership brings together the expertise and strengths of both companies, aiming to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of Sandock Austral Shipyards. Vera Navis will introduce cutting-edge European technology in Engineering, Manufacturing, Estimating, and Project Management, while Sandock Austral will leverage its competitive cost South African manufacturing base and 50-year shipbuilding track record.

The partnership will focus on joint marketing initiatives to secure export orders from key markets in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. This collaboration will enable both companies to tap into new markets, increase their global footprint, and deliver high-quality, innovative solutions to their clients.

As both companies are owned and managed by Entrepreneurs this brings an agile and flexible mindset into the business model which is unwavering in its commitment to be a Customer Centric partnership.

“We are thrilled to partner with Sandock Austral Shipyards and bring our expertise in European technology to the table,” said Pedro Antunes and Luís Batista, Joint CEO’s of Vera Navis. “Together, we will create a highly efficient and competitive shipyard that can cater to the growing demands of the global market.”

“This partnership marks a significant milestone in our history, and we are excited to collaborate with Vera Navis,” said Prasheen Maharaj, CEO of Sandock Austral Shipyards. “Our combined strengths will enable us to offer unparalleled services and products to our clients, and we look forward to exploring new opportunities together.”

Lisbon, Portugal, and Durban, South Africa – September 19, 2024

From 3 – 6 Sept. 2024, VERA NAVIS SHIP DESIGN, will be exhibiting at SMM 2024 Hamburg

Meet us at Hall B4.EG, Stand 321

The world’s leading trade fair for the maritime industry.

Vera Navis Ship Design will be exhibiting at SMM 2024. SMM (Shipbuilding, Machinery & Marine Technology) is a leading international trade fair for the maritime industry, held every two years in Hamburg, Germany. The event brings together shipbuilders, suppliers, and service providers from around the world to showcase the latest innovations and technologies in the maritime sector.

We will be presenting our latest projects and services. This participation offers an excellent opportunity for networking, discovering new industry trends, and exploring potential collaborations.

More info: SMM Website